Seeker of Truth: Kailash Satyarthi’s Fight to End Child Labor

Little by little, drop by drop Kailash Satyarthi devoted his life to battling international child labor and exploitation. In 2014 his work earned him a Nobel Peace Prize alongside Malala Yousafzai.

＂My only aim in life is that every child is free to be a child.＂

Kailash Satyarthi has fought injustice his whole life. As a young boy, he raised money so poor children could attend school. When he was a teen, he combatted caste discrimination by sharing a meal with ＂untouchables.＂ And as an adult, he fought against child labor and for increased education, ultimately rescuing hundreds of thousands of children worldwide. In 2014, he was recognized for his efforts, winning a Nobel Peace Prize alongside Malala Yousafzai. This inspiring picture book shows that anyone can strive for change in their community that make a big difference around the world.

Srividhya Venkat is children’s author and former early childhood educator who strongly believes in the power of books and stories. While she likes to write stories that bring out the nuances of her Asian Indian upbringing, she is also inspired by her experience of living in three different countries. In addition, she enjoys performing oral storytelling for children. When not reading or writing, Srividhya loves to listen to music, tinker with new recipes, and explore the world outside her window. She currently resides in the Chicago area with her family.

Danica da Silva Pereira is an illustrator born and bred in the tropical state of Goa, India, and currently based in the historical town of Cambridge, UK. After completing her BA in Fine Arts, she worked as a graphic designer and illustrator. Danica has recently graduated with an MA in Children’s Book Illustration from Cambridge School of Art, UK. Her work is influenced by documentaries, and she is passionate about representing diversity and advocating for environmental causes.